The Armed Citizen® Oct. 21, 2022

Law-Abiding Citizens Using Their Second Amendment Rights In Self-Defense

by
posted on October 21, 2022
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **
The Armed Citizen

Armed Citizen® Today

Two residents of a south Philadelphia, Pa., home thwarted two men who were allegedly attempting to break into their residence on Monday, June 27, 2022.

According to authorities, the two alleged robbers targeted and forced their way into the home that afternoon, but were confronted by two men who were residents. During this confrontation, the two residents both armed themselves and opened fire on the pair, striking and wounding both.

Officers found both would-be burglars, who were in their late 20s to early 30s, unresponsive inside the home when they arrived. Both of the stricken intruders were taken to the hospital, where they died of their injuries. The incident promoted some of the neighbors in the area to ponder to themselves, "Maybe I should go buy a gun." (cbsnews.com, Philadelphia, Pa., 06/27/2022)

From the Armed Citizen® Archives – Sept. 13, 1987

When a knife-wielding robber attempted to grab Eliud Franco's holstered revolver at his Rochester, N.Y., grocery store, Franco drew the gun and fired, wounding the assailant. The would-be thief was arrested by police and held, pending charges of first-degree attempted robbery. (The Sunday Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester, N.Y.)

Latest

AK In The USA
AK In The USA

AKs In The USA: The Current State of the American AK Platform

Despite it being the primary rifle of the enemy for most of its existence, American shooters have nonetheless warmed to the AK platform, creating an unlikely love story.

Demand for Guns, Ammo & Firearm Accessories Accelerates

October gun sales increased according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) estimate, but the quarterly reports from major manufacturers reflect purchases significantly higher.

The Armed Citizen® Nov. 9, 2026

Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

Review: Canik MC9 Prime Radian

This Canik MC9 Prime uses Radian Weapons technology.

Beretta's Behemoth: An Overview of Beretta Holdings

Beretta Holding’s portfolio is so great, both in numbers and marquee value, the list speaks for itself.

What Should Ruger’s Future Revolvers Look Like?

Ruger’s revolvers would benefit from a few updates if the company ever decides to bring them back into production.

Interests



Get the best of American Rifleman delivered to your inbox.